BIG Futures, start something big

New BIG Futures Mentoring Hubs in 2018!

Recruitment is NOW OPEN for committed volunteers willing to donate an hour of your time per week to mentor high school students at schools in the following regions:

Victoria

New South Wales

South East Melbourne

Yarra Ranges

Western Melbourne

Northern Region

South West Sydney

Northern Rivers

Click here to visit the BIG Futures page to learn more about programs in your area and make an online enquiry to mentor

What is required to be a mentor?

All young people need a champion. A caring adult who believes in them and walks beside them, encouraging and supporting them to unlock their potential.

Mentors for BIG Futures in-school mentoring:

Are aged between 18 to 80 years

Undertake a screening process to protect the safety of the volunteer and young person

Receive face to face and online mentor training

Are supported by a mentoring professional through the whole mentoring experience.

Are matched to a young person at school based on interests, compatibility and location

Commit to approximately one to two hours per week during school hours for between a 12 week and full school year period (program duration varies depending on the BIG Futures program – enquire now or contact the Mentoring Specialist in your area to learn more about the time commitment for programs near you).

Don't need qualifications, just a desire to make a difference in a young person's life and to help them build the skills and confidence needed to unlock their potential

How do I get started?

Are you ready to be an in-school mentor? - Complete the online enquiry via the link to your state below. You will then receive an online Application form for your nearest BIG Futures school.